Two arrested after woman's burned body was found in a lay-by near Wolverhampton

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a 52-year-old woman was found burned in a lay-by.

Jomaa Jerrare was discovered by officers shortly before 2.30am on Monday after police received reports of suspicious activity on Bridgnorth Road, close to Perton, near Wolverhampton.

Staffordshire Police said a 76-year-old from Kingstanding, Birmingham, and a 56-year-old man from Bilston, Wolverhampton, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

They both remain in custody.

It follows the identity of the women being released by the force.

Officers have been searching Ms Jerrare's home, as Andy Bevan reports.

Previously, a 41-year-old man from Wolverhampton had been arrested on suspicion of murder but was later released without further action. 

Residents in the area have been left shocked by the events.

Specially-trained officers are working with and supporting Jomaa’s family who have requested their privacy is respected.

Police say they believe the she was driven to the layby and want any witnesses who may have seen anything suspicious in the early hours of Monday morning to come forward.